Denier - Béla IV ND (1235-1270) front Denier - Béla IV ND (1235-1270) back
Denier - Béla IV ND (1235-1270) photo
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Denier - Béla IV ND

 
Silver 0.79 g 13.20 mm
Description
Issuer
Hungary
King
Béla IV (1235-1270)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1235-1270
Value
Denier (Denár) (1)
Currency
Denier (997-1310)
Composition
Silver
Weight
0.79 g
Diameter
13.20 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#71668
Rarity index
94%

Reverse

Hebrew letter, teth, in floral circle

Script: Hebrew

Edge

Plain

Comment

C.I.: 349

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Denier - Béla IV ND (1235-1270) from Hungary made of Silver weighing 0.79 g is that it was issued during the reign of King Béla IV, who was a strong advocate for the use of silver coins as a medium of exchange. This coin, in particular, was part of a series of coins that were minted to promote trade and commerce within the kingdom. The use of silver in these coins was significant because it was a valuable and widely accepted metal at the time, and it helped to establish Hungary as a major player in international trade.